This week, our discussion includes two special guests -- John Griffith, the author of "Lucky Man: Memoir of a Prostate Cancer Survivor" and founder of Score Men's Wellness, and his daughter, Harmony. John is sharing his experience as a prostate cancer survivor, why it's sometimes a challenge to get men to take their preventative wellness seriously,…

One of our favorite hobbies is reading, and in this episode, we are detailing a few book challenges we love as well as well as some of the books we've been reading. We even mention a few we'd never read again.由Modern Musings

January 24 is National Compliment Day and we are sharing how a few kind words can really make someone's day. Whether it's at home, at work, or with strangers, compliments have the power to make things better.由Modern Musings

January is National Hobbies month, and we are sharing our thoughts on our hobbies, what makes a hobby, and when a hobby goes too far.由Modern Musings

Happy New Year! January is all about getting a fresh start, and we are ready! Join us for a discussion of the new goals we're setting for 2025 and a reveal of our "One Little Word".由Modern Musings

Setting boundaries is an act of self-love. If you don't respect your own values and beliefs, why should anyone else? Today we're talking about what boundaries are and why we should set (and adhere to) them.由Modern Musings

Nothing says Christmas quite like binge watching your favorite holiday movies. But what qualifies as a Christmas movie? And which movie is your favorite?由Modern Musings

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas and we're reflecting on our favorite decorations both old and new. How do you decorate for Christmas?由Modern Musings

How long has it been since you wrote a letter? In honor of National Letter Writing Day on December 7, we are discussing the lost art of letter writing and why we should keep writing letters despite the convenience of texts and emails.由Modern Musings

Black Friday, shopping addictions, rampant consumerism. This week we are sharing our thoughts about mental health and other issues that stem from a need to acquire more things.由Modern Musings

As the end of the year approaches, we take a look back at our goals and reflect on what worked and what didn't before lining up new goals for the new year. Did you achieve your goals this year? Have you taken a close look at what went wrong or what you could do differently? Now is the best time to do it!…

In honor of World Diabetes Day on November 14, we are sharing a bit of knowledge about a silent killer that affects more than 38 million Americans. What is it, what causes it, and what can we do to treat it?由Modern Musings

Sometimes we plan to discuss one topic and wind up talking about a whole lot more. Listen in as we deliberate everything from our solar system, exploration, sci-fi, and even exobiology.由Modern Musings

This fun episode explores a few of the fun Harry Potter quizzes we've found on the internet and we discuss how accurate (or not) the quizzes might be. Do the four Hogwarts houses line up with the Enneagram? With the Zodiac?由Modern Musings

Our podcast about the Book of Questions prompted Christen to ask us about a few things we might or might not dare to do. How daring are you?由Modern Musings

Thinking about the fall often brings to mind thoughts of yummy baked goods, wholesome meals, and comfort foods. In this episode, we're talking about baking and what we love most about it.由Modern Musings

It's been a while since we checked in on our progress towards our projects and goals. This week, we are circling back to some of our previous episodes and talking about plans, bucket lists, and some of the things we've started but haven't quite accomplished.由Modern Musings

Drinking coffee has become an American obsession, so we are taking a look at everything from the origins of the coffee break to our favorite flavors and styles.由Modern Musings

Have you heard of the Enneagram personality types? Modern Musings explores the 9 types and what they might mean in our lives.由Modern Musings

This week we are discussing one of Cindy's favorite outdoor activities -- Geocaching. We'll talk about what it is, how to get started, and we even mention a few similar outdoor games.由Modern Musings

Are dreams a window to our souls or just a brain dump for our over-crowded minds? Are they prophetic? Are they a way for the dead to visit us? What do our dreams really mean?由Modern Musings

Attention comic book and movie fans! We're debating all things in the DC and Marvel universes. Who is the best Batman? Which brand has the best villains? Who is the least believable superhero? Listen in and then you be the judge!由Modern Musings

How is a cruise vacation different from the "Love Boat"? We're dispelling some of the common myths, misperceptions, and negative expectations about cruising.由Modern Musings

We are fresh from a little trip in a rented RV and we're eager to share our experience. Was it worth it? Would we do it again? Listen to find out!由Modern Musings

In this Writer's Corner episode, Amber introduces flash fiction along with a few examples written by well-known authors.由Modern Musings

What makes someone an introvert or an extrovert? In this episode, we discuss being shy, stage fright, and whether we are introvert, extrovert, or something else.由Modern Musings

Christen explores the concept of the perfect kitchen and the 7 must-have things she thinks it should include. What would you put in yours?由Modern Musings

Artificial intelligence -- it seems like it's everywhere these days. We're looking at everything from ChatGPT to The Terminator. Good, bad, scary, or promising? What does the future hold?由Modern Musings

What is National Moon Day, and why should we celebrate it? It might not be what you think, but we'll tell you!由Modern Musings

Texas is a BIG state, and we're sharing some of the fun and quirky places we've been as well as a few places we want to go. In addition to the beautiful landscape and the must-see tourist draws, we've got a few you've probably never heard of -- some of them are just downright odd.由Modern Musings

Some questions make you think hard before you answer. In this episode, we're exploring "The Book of Questions" by Gregory Stock, Ph.D.由Modern Musings

We are at the mid-year point, so it's time to take a look at how our goals are progressing. More specifically, we are looking at some ways they might not be progressing, and what you can do to help them along.由Modern Musings

In celebration of Global Beatles Day, we're talking about the Fab Four and how they influenced us.由Modern Musings

Christen says she hates musicals...but does she? Let's find out!由Modern Musings

Where do fad diets come from, and why do we fall for them? We're sharing a few of our personal experiences and how they worked for us.由Modern Musings

What drives people to get back up after a fall? How can some people survive unspeakable trauma and still rise up stronger than before? Brené Brown's book, Rising Strong: How the Ability to Reset Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead, takes a look at the answer.由Modern Musings

Post-Traumatic Stress and Childhood Post-Traumatic Stress...it's not just soldiers and accident victims. Sometimes even the smallest traumas can have long-term consequences. We're talking about some of our traumas and how we've dealt with them.由Modern Musings

Goth...what is it? When did it start? Is it still here? Let's celebrate World Goth Day with a Modern Musings look at the styles and trends that Christen and Amber grew up with.由Modern Musings

Are you a fan of game shows? We're taking a look at some of our favorite game shows and more than a few shows that you probably didn't realize were. Some of them might surprise you.由Modern Musings

Everyone gets stressed, but it's how we deal with it that counts. We're discussing some of the healthy ways we deal with stress.由Modern Musings

When does a creation become art? What makes someone an artist? Who gets to decide? All these questions and more as we look at art in many forms.由Modern Musings

What if each of us has an innate ability or intelligence that provides a map or method for helping us learn? What if our strengths, like athleticism or music, are also the keys to success in our lives? Howard Gardner proposed such a theory of multiple intelligences. What's yours?由Modern Musings

Two classic pieces of children's literature go head to head in our studio while we examine which of these two has the best movie adaptation and more. Which one is your favorite?由Modern Musings

Wedding planning can be fun or a fiasco. Since Amber's a newlywed, we thought it would be fun to share some stories from all our weddings.由Modern Musings

We've talked about gardening, now it's time to talk house plants. Do they thrive under your care, or do you have brown thumb? What are some of your favorite house plants?由Modern Musings

Applying for jobs is complicated and the rules keep changing. In this episode, we are discussing some of the do's and don'ts of job interviews, starting with what to do before you get there.由Modern Musings

We've shared stories about our cooking exploits, but this time we're dishing about our recipe fails. Where did we go wrong?由Modern Musings

Tarot has been used for centuries to help with intuition, self-evaluation, and deep soul searching. And while many use it to "tell fortunes", as many or more use these distinct cards to extract a bit of introspection and insight into their own psyche. In this episode, we explore our own use of tarot cards and how they've changed our perspective on …

International Women's Day is coming up on March 8, and we are celebrating with a discussion on some of our favorite and most influential female rockers. Did we name yours?由Modern Musings

Do you believe in coincidences? Do you feel like we're all connected somehow? Are we responsible for finding our own meaning in life? Have you ever felt as if your life should be more than what it is? Join us for a discussion of philosophy based around the 2004 movie, "I Heart Huckabees."由Modern Musings